Concept MK-2 (Sub 6L Watercooled SFF)

[Zackmd1]

I have listed some of my PC parts for sale if some are interested.

https://smallformfactor.net/forum/threads/us-md-gigabyte-z170n-wifi-core-i5-6500-noctua-nh-l9i.2760/

 

[Davila]

Screw it...

I'm just going to order a VX unit with all 3 connectors and run my system on a test bench!

I'm tired of playing games at 5 fps on a thinkpad

 

[W1NN1NG]

Fractal has an AIO pump with a fill-port on it, although I forgot what the name of it was. Sad thing is that I own it

Kelvin

 

[Biowarejak]

Kelvin

Right, I remember now I've got big (little) plans for that thing if AlphaCool pulls through for me.

 

[Zackmd1]

Screw it...

I'm just going to order a VX unit with all 3 connectors and run my system on a test bench!

I'm tired of playing games at 5 fps on a thinkpad

Haha! I am 99.9% certain that I am using the slim type connector.

By the way, stay tuned tonight... I have a big update you don't want to miss being posted soon!

 

[Davila]

I've got big (little) plans for that thing if AlphaCool pulls through for me.

Out of curiosity, what are you planning to do?

And what is AlphaCool brewing up?

 

[W1NN1NG]

Haha! I am 99.9% certain that I am using the slim type connector.

By the way, stay tuned tonight... I have a big update you don't want to miss being posted soon!

im impatient

 

[Biowarejak]

Out of curiosity, what are you planning to do?

And what is AlphaCool brewing up?

Trying to get my GF's rig squared away, hoping AC can make a block for the card. Before then though I'll be using the block to test my TEC setup. Don't wanna distract from the OP though!

 

[Zackmd1]

SFF Forum, I present to you the very first prototype of (insert name here.... Need to think of an official name...)

Spoiler: Prototype

The first prototype is impressive! Very sturdy which was something I was concerned with... I will list out the good and the bad with this first prototype.

The Good

• Everything fits!! No modification will be required for the IO shield and all components have good clearances!
• The bamboo wood is beautiful
• Plenty of room for a G-Unique Slim type connector above the GPU
• Very easy to build in since most every panel can be removed at will
• When all parts are installed, GPU will have little to no flex
• Plenty of room and ventilation for a dual slot air-cooled GPU with a water-cooled CPU

The "Bad" (Not really bad but just some things to update for the next Prototype)

• I will need to add a third row of screws to the front panel and the back panel for added support.
• Some areas of the case are a bit flimsy like the front and back center. This can be easily fixed with added support to the frame and the aforementioned third row of screws.
• The rear panel IO area has a slight bow under the IO plate. I am currently unsure of how to fix this but will be looking into solutions.

Overall this is a very successful first prototype! I am very pleased with the results! A few tweaks and I believe the case will be ready! Like I said before, I need to decide on a name and update the OP with official specs. Now it is on to actually building my new Ryzen system in this case instead of just a mock up!

 

[Biowarejak]

SFF Forum, I present to you the very first prototype of (insert name here.... Need to think of an official name...)

Spoiler: Prototype

The first prototype is impressive! Very sturdy which was something I was concerned with... I will list out the good and the bad with this first prototype.

The Good

• Everything fits!! No modification will be required for the IO shield and all components have good clearances!
• The bamboo wood is beautiful
• Plenty of room for a G-Unique Slim type connector above the GPU
• Very easy to build in since most every panel can be removed at will
• When all parts are installed, GPU will have little to no flex
• Plenty of room and ventilation for a dual slot air-cooled GPU with a water-cooled CPU

The "Bad" (Not really bad but just some things to update for the next Prototype.

• I will need to add a third row of screws to the front panel and the back panel for added support.
• Some areas of the case are a bit flimsy like the front and back center. This can be easily fixed with added support to the frame and the aforementioned third row of screws.
• The rear panel IO area has a slight bow under the IO plate. I am currently unsure of how to fix this but will be looking into solutions.

Overall this is a very successful first prototype! I am very pleased with the results! A few tweaks and I believe the case will be ready! Like I said before, I need to decide on a name and update the OP with official specs. Now it is on to actually building my new Ryzen system in this case instead of just a mock up!

That's incredible! Done any benchmarking yet?

 

[TheHig]

Well done on the first prototype!

Apologies if this has been answered already :

Any plans on getting an off the shelf AIO in there? I realize the objective is custom water in a tiny enclosure but it could bring more customers who lack the will or skill to go custom. Like the 92mm unit that one can use in the Dancase for example.

Either way VERY strong first look and good luck going forward.

 

[NoSk0pz]

beautiful case! i'm really liking the slotted panel and the bamboo aesthetic. curious about benchmarks

 

[Zackmd1]

Well done on the first prototype!

Apologies if this has been answered already :

Any plans on getting an off the shelf AIO in there? I realize the objective is custom water in a tiny enclosure but it could bring more customers who lack the will or skill to go custom. Like the 92mm unit that one can use in the Dancase for example.

Either way VERY strong first look and good luck going forward.

Unfortunately I do not believe there is an AIO small enough to fit in the case. From my quick search, I did not find any 80mm AIO coolers out there. The 92mm seems to be the smallest but unfortunately is just slightly to large to fit in this case. What some could do though is buy an AIO and just swap the rad for the dual Alphacool unit. That should be significantly easier then a full custom loop while still fitting in the case.

 

[Zackmd1]

beautiful case! i'm really liking the slotted panel and the bamboo aesthetic. curious about benchmarks

Haha benchmarks might be a awhile.... I still need to make a mount for my AIO pump for use on an AM4 board, purchase a GPU waterblock, and purchase all of the fittings and coolant for the custom loop... Baby steps...

 

[Davila]

Do you know if the Corsair H60 uses G1/4?

Im thinking of just using the Pump/Block and swapping the rad like you said above, but I dont know the thread.

Also I saw the Fractal design kelvin AIO. It has a fillport, so would I need a rad or t-line for it?

And thanks for all the time and effort you've put into this case. The first prototype looks gorgeous!

 

[W1NN1NG]

no. you fill the completed loop through that you could use a tpor or just run a tube off of it to act as a res the fillport uses g1/4

 

[Zackmd1]

Do you know if the Corsair H60 uses G1/4?

Im thinking of just using the Pump/Block and swapping the rad like you said above, but I dont know the thread.

Also I saw the Fractal design kelvin AIO. It has a fillport, so would I need a rad or t-line for it?

And thanks for all the time and effort you've put into this case. The first prototype looks gorgeous!

The H60 does not use any threaded fitting. I do believe though that the stock hose barbs are 3/8 in flex line compatible so you would basically pull off the stock tubing from the pump and push on new 3/8 in flex tubing and secure it with some type of compression like a hose clamp or zip tie. From there you can run your custom loop to the radiator and have a T-Line for filling purposes. A T-line is not required but it does make life a lot easier when bleeding the system.

 

[Zackmd1]

OP has been updated with some new information about the case and its specifications. More information will be added as development progresses.

 

[Davila]

no. you fill the completed loop through that you could use a tpor or just run a tube off of it to act as a res the fillport uses g1/4

Sweet! So I wouldn't even need a T-line/res? I can just fill it and run it?

 

[W1NN1NG]

Sweet! So I wouldn't even need a T-line/res? I can just fill it and run it?

Mhm. So as long as you fill it before you mount everything in the case. Honestly best way to do this is get everything in place get your tube lengths cut and then remove everything fill and remount securely